Patient's question:
I personally don't have symptoms of excessive foreskin, but recently I've experienced some pain in the glans, even with the discharge of liquid, and sometimes I feel a bad odor. After a thorough examination at the hospital, they said it was balanitis. I'd like to consult an expert about this. What ointment should be used to apply for curing balanitis?Doctor's answer:
For cases of balanitis, it is recommended to visit a hospital for a thorough examination of local secretions to identify the causative pathogen of the current infection. The most common cause is usually a fungal infection. In such cases, potassium permanganate solution can be used for cleaning, followed by applying miconazole cream for symptomatic treatment, which generally requires 7 to 10 days. During treatment, personal hygiene should be maintained, and underwear should be changed regularly. New underwear should be used or sterilized at high temperatures.Since patients directly face the harm of balanitis, we should actively adopt treatment measures and avoid hesitating to seek medical attention. If balanitis does not improve after prolonged treatment, it is important to promptly adjust the treatment plan.